Many people know Gary Vaynerchuk because of his unique voice or his high voltage energy. As he likes to put it, some like him and some don’t. That may be debatable, but his passion to sell and make money would never cause an argument.

An immigrant from Russia, Vaynerchuk grew his father’s wine store from $3 million to $60 million in sales when he jumped on a new platform at the time called YouTube. He spent 18 months making videos before he was able to grab the attention of an audience. Determined, he continued to make content. The start of Wine Library TV on YouTube resulted in an enterprise of 600 employees with offices in New York, Los Angeles, London, San Francisco and Tennessee.

Gary is also the owner of VaynerMedia, a social and digital full-service agency that offers creative production which drives results. He started VaynerMedia in 2009. The company has grown from $3 million to $100 million in four years. Vaynerchuk has spoken at many conferences, workshops, podcasts and digital platforms educating and inspiring those who wish to take a step into being an entrepreneur. MillionaireMatch has gathered his most powerful quotes that capture his philosophy on achieving success as an entrepreneur. His three tips are: 1) self-awareness 2) work ethic and 3) gratitude. Vaynerchuk is a huge champion for doing what you are good at and leaving the rest for someone else. He also believes in working hard and working a lot along with showing gratitude.

“I suck at 99% of stuff. I’m a salesman. I’m a storyteller. I understand where consumers are going to go before other people.”

“People need to start breaking the rules.”

“You have to audit who you actually are.”

“Ideas are shit. Execution is the game.”

“I really think that people who think they are entrepreneurs that don’t work 15, 17 hours a day, aren’t.”

“If I don’t do what came naturally to me, there would be much bigger problems.”

“If you have a full-time job, you are not an entrepreneur.”

“I really respect my haters.”

“I failed all my classes and that’s why I’m winning. In hindsight, the fact that I was considered a failure for the first 18 years of my life has become the foundation of my success.”

“Complaining sucks.”

“Put in the work.”

“You have time.”

“If you are giving more than you are taking, you have leverage for life.”

“I just want the pursuit of building.”

“When you are grateful for what you have instead of worried about what you don’t have, you’ll have a totally different mind-set.”

“If you are grateful, I think it’s a segue to kindness.”

“No matter what you do, your job is to tell your story.”

“The only differentiator in the game is your passion and your hustle.”

Vaynerchuk is the author of three books every entrepreneur should have: Crush It!, Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook: How to Tell Your Story in a Noisy Social World and his latest, #AskGaryVee: One Entrepreneur’s Take on Leadership, Social Media, and Self-Awareness. Add these to your summer reading list!

You think you’re happy. You plan your lives together. After all, you’ve invested so much in the relationship—emotionally, physically, and even financially (Hello, joint bank account).

But then you have this nagging feeling that won’t go away. Your natural instinct seems to be warning you that your partner is cheating.

Here are some telltale signs to look out for and help you determine your next move.

• Sudden impulsive behavior. Having an affair can make people feel young and reckless again, and this can manifest in a sudden desire to do things that you already relegated to your younger selves. If you know your partner to be someone conservative or introverted and all of a sudden he/she wants to party every night, you should be really curious about his/her motivation.

• Jealous no more. All of a sudden, your partner is teasing you about how other people are checking you out or how your mailman has a secret crush on you. This, coming from your usually crazy jealous partner. This is definitely a red flag which indicates that your partner is ridden with guilt, and is trying to justify his/her extramarital attractions.

• The confused treatment. Every time you probe for details, your partner seems at a loss. Sure, it could be stress from work or lack of sleep. But it could also be that your partner is confused by his/her own string of lies and that he/she is having a hard time keeping up and making it consistent.

• Mobile at hand, all the time. This physical sign is easily one of the most common manifestations of a cheating partner. Unless your partner’s job requires him/her to be on the phone all the time, you should be at least curious when your partner is seemingly attached to his/her mobile device.

• Bleak future. If your partner is no longer as interested in long-term planning with you or is not as concerned about the direction of your relationship five years from now, it’s a sign that something (or someone) in the present is keeping him/her distracted.

Infidelity in a relationship is a serious and sensitive matter. How you move forward is a decision that no one else can make for you, so approach it with a clear heart and a focused mind especially if there’s a lot at stake.

If and when you do find out that your partner is cheating on you, what should you do? How will you move forward?

Watch out for our next blog post on dealing with the fact that your partner cheated on you.

A strong and stable relationship is not built on the absence of conflict. Conflict is inevitable—whether it’s about deciding which restaurant to eat in on your anniversary or visiting the in-laws this weekend.

The key to a smooth-sailing relationship is the couple’s ability to manage conflict in a mature and healthy way.

Of course, this sounds easier said than done. When you or your partner is emotionally charged, the hardest thing to do is be rational and calm. But if you want your relationship to work out and you want your partner to be
THE one, managing conflict should be part of your ready set of skills.

Where to begin? Here are some expert tips.

No yelling and no name-calling. Raising your voice and calling your partner a ‘twit’ is not going to diffuse the tension in any way. If anything, it’s just going to give your partner another reason to be upset and to prolong the argument. Stick to the issues, and as much as possible, DO NOT yell. (It may also help to think about the other people in the house who may get dragged into the argument if you turn up the volume, kids most especially.)

Try to focus on where you went wrong (and right), not on who did wrong (or right). Try to isolate yourself, and your partner, from the situation. This is important to avoid finger-pointing and blaming.

If you can, try to be the first to apologize. Even if your partner does not seem ready to do so. Even if you feel and you know that you are right. Apologize for making your partner upset, and then proceed to explain your side of the story. Apologizing is also a sign of how much you love your partner because you are more interested in reconciling than proving how right you are.

If the anger is too intense that you cannot control it, walk away, for a short while. Sometimes, creating physical space between you and your partner while emotions are high is the best option to better resolve the conflict. When you walk away, however, know that it should be temporary (and not too far away; don’t go on an island holiday in the middle of a conflict), and that the intent is still to make up with your partner.

Do not bring up mistakes from the past. Otherwise, you’ll never stop fighting. Focus on the issues today. And keep in mind that both of you are guilty of doing or saying hurtful things in the past but you’ve chosen to stay together and move on anyway. If that’s still what you want, then focus on solving the problem now.

Relationships, particularly the romantic type, really do tend to get difficult after the honeymoon stage. But they don’t have to be, if you know how to handle the tricky situations that can ruin the foundation of your relationship. Always focus on the long-term; don’t sweat the small things. And be realistic—your partner, and you, are not perfect.

There is something very sensual about relaxing in a mineral bath or hot springs with your loved one. While your body reclines into the natural healing waters, the mind can go blank while the two of you connect on a different level.

The whole hot springs fad started with the Roman Empire, which turned bathing in natural hot spring waters into a common pleasure. Since then, hot springs – which are geothermally-heated ground waters from the earth’s crust – were discovered all over the world. Water cures became popular and resorts and wellness spas were developed surrounding these naturally healing pools.

Today, there are so many luxury hot springs getaways it was difficult to limit our list to five. The luxurious feeling of floating and relaxing with your honey is worth finding just the right spot, so check further if none of our faves are located conveniently for your getaway.

1. Glenwood Hot Springs – USA

This is one of the world’s largest hot springs pools and is only steps away from your room, Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge is one in a million. It is located in Glenwood Springs, Colorado near the beautiful Colorado River. Partake in a holistic spa treatment or soak your cares away in the natural mineral springs. Eat breakfast poolside, take a class in the fitness center or treat yourselves to a steam room cleanse. The surrounding environment is basically the foot of the Rockies and provides a stunning backdrop so be sure to walk around the grounds.

2. Tabacan Grand Spa – Costa Rica

With six active volcanoes, Tabacon’s hot springs are a product of all of the geothermal activity. Although there are several hot springs locations around the area, relaxing on the Grand Spa resort’s grounds is even more laid back, as you’ll be near your room for intermittent refreshments. The hot springs in this part of the world are 97 percent rainwater that has sunk into the earth, been heated and brought back to the surface bringing minerals along with it. The water is said to increase and repair skin’s natural defense system.

3. Blue Lagoon – Iceland

Iceland’s Blue Lagoon is one of the most famous geothermal hot springs in the world. The Blue Lagoon is filled with the bluest water because it’s composed of silica, algae and minerals, which reflect sunlight and add color. Although it is said that if the water is poured into a glass, it is actually a milky color. The temperature of the six-million liters of water is around 98 – 104 degrees and the pool is self-cleansing (every 40 hours). There are several packages, but we recommend the luxury package which will provide the ultimate experience. For a perfect romantic getaway, make reservations in one of the nearby luxury hotels.

4. The Hotel Royal – France

What makes The Hotel Royal in Evian les Bains, France, one of the top destinations in our book is its location. It is simply one-of-a-kind as it is situated on the French bank of Lake Geneva overlooking the French Alps. The city is known for its water, as most are familiar with Evian bottled water. Water spa facilities are available at the hotel or in the community day-spa. For an afternoon side trip, take a ferry across Lake Geneva and you’ll be in Lausanne, Switzerland in less than an hour. Or walk around the city of Evian, which is lovely and has all of the typical French fare from patisseries to boulangeries, where you can buy fresh bread to bring back to the room.

5. Terme di Saturnia – Italy

The Terme di Saturnia consists of several hot springs that are all within the Saturnia village in the Tuscany region of Italy. The water flows at 96.8 degrees in the thermal pools. To add to the enjoyment of being there, enjoy the rest of the resort’s and area’s relaxing possibilities. When the two of you are finished soaking in the therapeutic waters, there is a top-rated restaurant in the resort, an 18-hole golf course, spa treatments and, of course, plenty to do while wandering around the lovely municipality of Manciano.

Ranked the top Caribbean resort in Travel + Leisure’s World Best Awards survey, Jade Mountain has 24 luxury units each with 15-foot ceilings, private infinity pools, and striking views of the Piton Mountains and black sand beaches.

This Middle Eastern hotel, nestled in the West Bay complex in Doha, blends together cultures from around the world. Try the French-Lebanese “super grand buffet” at Brasserie, relax with cigars at Liberty Bar & Cigar Lounge, and groove to Bollywood music at the Hip India lounge.

Hotel Splendido provides the true Italian Riviera experience for newcomers and seasoned travelers. The hotel is on a hillside overlooking the Portofino cove, and most rooms come with lush balconies. Their heated saltwater pool is a relaxing treat, and La Terrazza specializes in local seafood.

Not to be confused with the mausoleum in Agra, this 107-year-old Florentine-inspired palace re-opened in 2010 and still retains its signature alabaster ceilings, silk carpets and onyx columns. Delectable Japanese cuisine is served at Wasabi by Morimoto.

At this unique resort, all rooms have a river view, silk-upholstered furnishings, and a television above the bathtub. The River Cafe and Terrace serves an international-inspired breakfast every morning, and the 3-tiered pool surrounded by island foliage will have you convinced you’re at a tropical resort.

Nestled at one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, this adults-only resort is all-inclusive with 99 suites, some with private pools and exclusive beach access. Mexican and Caribbean dishes are served at Sabores; enjoy an afternoon cocktail at one of the poolside swim-up bars.

This historic and world-famous hotel, in the heart of London’s Mayfair neighborhood, combines wood paneling and peppermint green with silver leaf in each room. Hélène Darroze serves southwestern French cuisine and Saturday brunch, and afternoon tea is served at Espelette.

This lush Greek resort is filled with Mediterranean touches – palm and olive trees, views of the turquoise sea, and locally-inspired cuisine at Blue Door and Olea. For a splurge-worthy experience, try a suite with a private heated infinity pool.

This beachside Waikiki resort is considered by many the best on the island. Rooms have views of Gray Beach and Diamond Head, as well as soaking tubs and private terraces. La Mer serves French cuisine, and for a traditional Hawaiian touch, enjoy hula dancers at House Without a Key.

In the heart of Napa’s wine country, this resort is set on 33 acres of vineyards and olive groves with unprecedented views. Bungalows have wood-burning fireplaces and refrigerators stocked with wine and cheese – perfect for a Napa experience.

This quintessential all-inclusive New England lodge is known for its exclusivity – there are only 20 rooms. Each room is individually decorated in styles ranging from modern to Moroccan, all with contemporary and folk art. Animals lovers will like that Out of the Woods spa uses exclusively vegetarian bath and body products.

Enjoy the beauty of the South Pacific at this Australian resort on the northernmost tip of Hamilton Island; hillside pavilions are spread over 30 acres for optimal views. Casual Australian lunches are served at The Pebble Beach, and if you like long and lingering dinners, the Long Pavilion serves seven-course meals every night.

It may in a remote location in South Africa, but that’s one of the draws of this game reserve resort. There are four lodges onsite, each with its own atmosphere. You can watch lions and giraffes during game drives, and the cuisine is quintessentially African, with local barbecue and vegetarian dishes for any palate.

Though they attract visitors from around the world, this resort is still very in touch with its community. The freestanding thatched-roof suites feature canopy beds and patios with coconut-shell tables, all with views of the resort’s infinity pools and the sea. European and Indonesian cuisine is served onsite, as well as afternoon tea with ginger tea and Balinese coffee.

Formerly the home of St. Barth’s first mayor, this resort on a rocky point overlooks St. Jean Bay and is known for its flawless service. Guest rooms have antiques and rain showers; On the Rocks with Jean-Georges serves garden-fresh globally-inspired cuisine.